Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 18 May 2014 20:23:25 PDTAverage Joes Quick Tips - How To Hide A Screwhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Average-Joes-Quick-Tips-How-To-Hide-A-Screw/
Average Joes Quick Tips - How To Hide A Screw - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F3A/H6PH/IBJ7326T/F3AH6PHIBJ7326T.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3A/H6PH/IBJ7326T/F3AH6PHIBJ7326T.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3A/H6PH/IBJ7326T/F3AH6PHIBJ7326T.SMALL.jpgAverageJoesJoineryHere is a very simple technique for hiding screws. I have a video on my YouTube channel showing the tip here:https://youtu.be/BhS9vMaM-dgAll you need is:Sharp ChiselHammer/MalletWood GlueClampsDrill & ScrewdriverSander/Sand PaperScrewsSo lets get started. Chisel Away The Wood Choose where you wan...By: AverageJoesJoinery

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2015 06:58:00 PDTReclaimed Pallet Ringhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Reclaimed-Pallet-Ring/
Reclaimed Pallet Ring - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FD4/8MLM/I9O1EPAQ/FD48MLMI9O1EPAQ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FD4/8MLM/I9O1EPAQ/FD48MLMI9O1EPAQ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FD4/8MLM/I9O1EPAQ/FD48MLMI9O1EPAQ.SMALL.jpgCorinbwThis is a very simple ring that I made from a pallet in my backyard.I used simple tools and just spent some time enjoying making this ring, but not trying to rush it. I was at my fathers house so I only had limited tools, but I made do with what I had. Removing the Ring From the Board After I fou...By: Corinbw

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 14 May 2015 07:15:30 PDTRustic End Tablehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Rustic-End-Table/
Rustic End Table - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FCE/X2KI/I7IVQIA1/FCEX2KII7IVQIA1.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FCE/X2KI/I7IVQIA1/FCEX2KII7IVQIA1.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FCE/X2KI/I7IVQIA1/FCEX2KII7IVQIA1.SMALL.jpgmtairymdThis End Table matches the shelf from a few weeks ago – see last step. As with the shelf, the design is simple, easy to make and is relatively low cost (under $25). Video of the build: Tools/Materials Tools:Table or Miter SawDrill/BitsTape measureSanderMaterials:2" x 12" x 4' (x1) *A 2x12 shou...By: mtairymd

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 22 Mar 2015 08:14:03 PDTSimple Barn Board Gift Casehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Barn-Board-Gift-Case/
Simple Barn Board Gift Case - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FI4/RIX2/I7CCDBN0/FI4RIX2I7CCDBN0.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FI4/RIX2/I7CCDBN0/FI4RIX2I7CCDBN0.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FI4/RIX2/I7CCDBN0/FI4RIX2I7CCDBN0.SMALL.jpgdamianzuchHi internet friends! This is a fairly simple Instructable that shows how I routered out an outline of a pocket knife so that I could give it to my friend in a more interesting package than a box. I had purchased a DOUK DOUK knife (I will include info about this awesome knife at the end) as a gift fo...By: damianzuch

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 17 Mar 2015 17:12:43 PDTone hand bottle openerhttp://www.instructables.com/id/one-hand-bottle-opener/
one hand bottle opener - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FAU/C001/I70B0W2B/FAUC001I70B0W2B.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAU/C001/I70B0W2B/FAUC001I70B0W2B.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FAU/C001/I70B0W2B/FAUC001I70B0W2B.SMALL.jpgStephanP1This bottle opener works better than any other bottle opener I know. Cut a piece of scrap wood the dimension doesn't matter Round the edges if you don't have a router, use sandaper Cut it in length ca. 10cm Drill a hole to avoid splintering Sanding sanding, sanding ... Nailing a n...By: StephanP1

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 8 Mar 2015 16:27:31 PDTRustic Book Shelf or TV standhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Rustic-Book-Shelf-or-TV-stand/
Rustic Book Shelf or TV stand - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F2T/RHFS/I6SO0NN1/F2TRHFSI6SO0NN1.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2T/RHFS/I6SO0NN1/F2TRHFSI6SO0NN1.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F2T/RHFS/I6SO0NN1/F2TRHFSI6SO0NN1.SMALL.jpgmtairymdMy son designed and built this shelf to match a desk design which he built earlier (shown in last step). This is a simple design, easy to make and is relatively low cost (under $50). As with the desk, the design is very beefy and should hold up to any abuse you would like to throw at it. Also, the...By: mtairymd

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 3 Mar 2015 14:55:29 PSTWooden Cup (Kuksa)http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Cup-Kuksa/
Wooden Cup (Kuksa) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FOS/STM9/I66CY4KW/FOSSTM9I66CY4KW.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FOS/STM9/I66CY4KW/FOSSTM9I66CY4KW.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FOS/STM9/I66CY4KW/FOSSTM9I66CY4KW.SMALL.jpgCorinbwI love kuksas and wooden cups so i was so excited when i saw the potential for one in a piece of elm i found after a trimming company trimmed a tree on main street.What you need:-Hatchet.-Drill.-Woodworking rotary files-Chisels or just a pocket knife.-Sandpaper-Epoxy (the cheapest kind will do)-Some...By: Corinbw

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 16 Feb 2015 02:44:45 PSTWood Ball Without a Lathehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Ball-Without-a-Lathe/
Wood Ball Without a Lathe - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FTC/VYUI/I5TI16A6/FTCVYUII5TI16A6.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTC/VYUI/I5TI16A6/FTCVYUII5TI16A6.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTC/VYUI/I5TI16A6/FTCVYUII5TI16A6.SMALL.jpgCorinbwI wanted to make a wood ball, but I didn't have a lathe or a fancy router jig. I decided I would carve one then sand it a lot to get the final shape. This is my first instructable so bear with me.I know this wont be perfect but it doesn't require any fancy tools either. Materials and Tools you wi...By: Corinbw

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 8 Feb 2015 13:56:23 PSTSimple Sturdy Low Cost Furniturehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Sturdy-Low-Cost-Furniture/
Simple Sturdy Low Cost Furniture - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FNC/GRRG/I5P7LKSZ/FNCGRRGI5P7LKSZ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FNC/GRRG/I5P7LKSZ/FNCGRRGI5P7LKSZ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FNC/GRRG/I5P7LKSZ/FNCGRRGI5P7LKSZ.SMALL.jpgBrianE2This Instructable will show how to build simple, low cost, sturdy, wood furniture that can look good and last for a long time. I recommend reading through the entire Instructable before you begin. I am not a professional wood worker and some of my methods/materials may highlight this fact. I have ...By: BrianE2

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 4 Feb 2015 02:46:50 PSTNot Your Average "Coaster"http://www.instructables.com/id/Not-Your-Average-Coaster/
Not Your Average "Coaster" - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FF6/CKUQ/I4PHRAES/FF6CKUQI4PHRAES.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FF6/CKUQ/I4PHRAES/FF6CKUQI4PHRAES.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FF6/CKUQ/I4PHRAES/FF6CKUQI4PHRAES.SMALL.jpgABCass1***UPDATE*** Final Versions are on the bottom HELLO AND WELCOME,First of all I want to give a shout out to mikeasaurus for his helping in this idea from his Coaster bottle opener. Here is a link to his page, http://www.instructables.com/id/coaster-bottle-ope... , check him out. Well this is not you...By: ABCass1

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 11 Jan 2015 08:31:28 PSTEasy To Do Wooden Candle Holderhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Wooden-Candle-Holder/
Easy To Do Wooden Candle Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FYZ/E7EJ/I48C8ZFU/FYZE7EJI48C8ZFU.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYZ/E7EJ/I48C8ZFU/FYZE7EJI48C8ZFU.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYZ/E7EJ/I48C8ZFU/FYZE7EJI48C8ZFU.SMALL.jpgmatikka96This is not only easy and cheap to do, but also quite elegant candle holder for yourself or someone else. Excellent gift idea! What you will need? This is pretty easy project, which doesn't require any professional tools or anything like that to be done.Basically you will be good with just: Wood...By: matikka96

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 28 Dec 2014 15:06:16 PSTOutdoor Benchhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Outdoor-Bench/
Outdoor Bench - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FI2/4W32/I2D6Q944/FI24W32I2D6Q944.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FI2/4W32/I2D6Q944/FI24W32I2D6Q944.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FI2/4W32/I2D6Q944/FI24W32I2D6Q944.SMALL.jpgAmateurHourI wanted to make a nice outdoor bench using as much reclaimed wood as possible. Ideally it would have been 100% reclaimed or recycled lumber but I settled for using new lumber for the frame of the bench and pallet wood/staircase parts for the seat, back, and arm rests. This is a relatively quick a...By: AmateurHour

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 11 Nov 2014 17:07:51 PSTDIY Art Shelfhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Art-Shelf/
DIY Art Shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FDP/MP4M/I155B8YW/FDPMP4MI155B8YW.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDP/MP4M/I155B8YW/FDPMP4MI155B8YW.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDP/MP4M/I155B8YW/FDPMP4MI155B8YW.SMALL.jpgdarbinorvarLearn how to easily build a shallow shelf for art or books or candles, in just a few steps. Method I started with measuring and cutting up the wood for the shelves on my table saw and miter saw. I used a 1x6 that I ripped down to 3 1/2 inches for my top shelf, and the underneath bracket I ripped ...By: darbinorvar

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 12 Oct 2014 11:44:16 PDTSimple Low Cost Desk/Tablehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Low-Cost-DeskTable/
Simple Low Cost Desk/Table - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FTN/ZQUP/I028WFDU/FTNZQUPI028WFDU.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTN/ZQUP/I028WFDU/FTNZQUPI028WFDU.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTN/ZQUP/I028WFDU/FTNZQUPI028WFDU.SMALL.jpgmtairymdThis is a modified version of the desk from the Ana White website. Keeping with my upcycled theme, this project was built from the top of an old desk. If you prefer, the top can be made from 2x12s. I’ve also included a quick video of the build along with a PDF version of the plans.Video:Drawing:ht...By: mtairymd

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 08:21:22 PDTPuzzle Box (Unabox)http://www.instructables.com/id/Puzzle-Box-Unabox/
Puzzle Box (Unabox) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F06/2Y2T/HZ6T6X18/F062Y2THZ6T6X18.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F06/2Y2T/HZ6T6X18/F062Y2THZ6T6X18.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F06/2Y2T/HZ6T6X18/F062Y2THZ6T6X18.SMALL.jpgmtairymdThis is a modified version of the Unabox which was built by TXTCLA55 as shown here:http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Puzzle-Box-A-ne...This simplified version can be built with limited tools and a basic skill level. The drawing is included in the video description. Note that the drawing units are...By: mtairymd

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 23 Aug 2014 08:51:11 PDTSimple Round Tablehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Round-Table/
Simple Round Table - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FZZ/LWFF/HYC639ER/FZZLWFFHYC639ER.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZZ/LWFF/HYC639ER/FZZLWFFHYC639ER.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZZ/LWFF/HYC639ER/FZZLWFFHYC639ER.SMALL.jpgmtairymdThis project was built with a round top from a broken table and two 2x4’s. The top in this project is 30 inches in diameter. However, the designed can be scaled up or down based on your top diameter and/or desired table height. See drawing and video for build instructions.Drawing: https://drive.g...By: mtairymd

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 22 Apr 2014 18:15:17 PDTAn ugly but easy wall mounted charging docking stationhttp://www.instructables.com/id/An-ugly-but-easy-wall-mounted-charging-docking-sta/
An ugly but easy wall mounted charging docking station - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FUF/ROJM/HT7P69YJ/FUFROJMHT7P69YJ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUF/ROJM/HT7P69YJ/FUFROJMHT7P69YJ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUF/ROJM/HT7P69YJ/FUFROJMHT7P69YJ.SMALL.jpganuvanoob After little luck finding a charging station for my exact needs I decided to test my subpar wood working skills and build my own. I wanted it to be mounted on the wall parallel to my bed (instead of perpendicular like on a night stand) since the wall is at arm's length. This makes it easier to gra...By: anuvanoob

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 26 Mar 2014 16:20:07 PDTEasy Toy Swordhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Toy-Sword/
Easy Toy Sword - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FCP/RMMS/HPWMM23C/FCPRMMSHPWMM23C.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FCP/RMMS/HPWMM23C/FCPRMMSHPWMM23C.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FCP/RMMS/HPWMM23C/FCPRMMSHPWMM23C.SMALL.jpgsoloboThis is a fun, quick, and easy way to make a toy sword for your kid (or for yourself). It's roughly the size and shape of a gladius. I gave one to my toddler for Christmas, and he loves it*. All you need is: A piece of wood about one inch thick (a fence board, for example) A band saw A ...By: solobo

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 2 Jan 2014 20:57:07 PSTPlywood Go Getas!http://www.instructables.com/id/Plywood-Go-Getas/
Plywood Go Getas! - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F1Q/PONV/HPRIBNF0/F1QPONVHPRIBNF0.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F1Q/PONV/HPRIBNF0/F1QPONVHPRIBNF0.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F1Q/PONV/HPRIBNF0/F1QPONVHPRIBNF0.SMALL.jpgazükiBEANThese are Geta slippers. They're different cos they're made of plywood, with replaceable wooden Has (teeth)! Over time, the stilts on the bottom (Ha) wear down. So that you won't have to throw away the whole pair, I've made these to be tough, with replaceable Ha so you can enjoy them indefinitely. T...By: azükiBEAN

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 29 Dec 2013 08:34:16 PSTEasy Homemade Wooden Tea Cup Without A Lathhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Homemade-Wooden-Tea-Cup-Without-A-Lathe/
Easy Homemade Wooden Tea Cup Without A Lath - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F0M/2G7X/HNM44L77/F0M2G7XHNM44L77.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0M/2G7X/HNM44L77/F0M2G7XHNM44L77.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F0M/2G7X/HNM44L77/F0M2G7XHNM44L77.SMALL.jpgmulrich125Hey everyone so here's just a quick instructable about how I made this teacup without using a lathe. All I used was a drill a sand belt and sand paper. Enjoy! Edit: Thanks so much for the feature on my first instructable! Have fun trying it out! :) Getting Your Wood If you look at my finished pro...By: mulrich125

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 5 Nov 2013 17:41:18 PSTMake your own little Bee Houseshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-little-Bee-Houses/
Make your own little Bee Houses - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F7D/75XL/HJKBUSKJ/F7D75XLHJKBUSKJ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7D/75XL/HJKBUSKJ/F7D75XLHJKBUSKJ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F7D/75XL/HJKBUSKJ/F7D75XLHJKBUSKJ.SMALL.jpgcart562So I stopped by my local Ace Hardware on my way home to look at some parts for another project, and as I was leaving, I noticed these little bee home things for $10 made from a small half log, two small boards, and some plant tube things. I had to stop and commit to make a few of these for myself an...By: cart562

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 21 Jul 2013 11:21:48 PDTBuild a Sander/Vacuum Box Dust Collector (for your girlfriend)http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-SanderVacuum-Box-Dust-Collector-for-your/
Build a Sander/Vacuum Box Dust Collector (for your girlfriend) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SMALL.gifdamianzuchHere is a very quick and easy table top dust collector that I put together for my poorest girlfriend as she was preparing to sand a bunch of resin cast picture frames. I was hoping to contain most of the nasty resin dust PLUS I had some old metal register metal that needed a project, so she got this...By: damianzuch

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 23 Mar 2013 12:44:01 PDTCarved Viking Chess piecehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Carved-Viking-Chess-piece/
Carved Viking Chess piece - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FE9/D31I/HEI3WLNE/FE9D31IHEI3WLNE.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FE9/D31I/HEI3WLNE/FE9D31IHEI3WLNE.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FE9/D31I/HEI3WLNE/FE9D31IHEI3WLNE.SMALL.jpgmorfmirHere I will show you how to make a simple small carved figure. My inspiration is the chess pieces found at Lewis island. Tools needed You only need a saw and a knife to make this pieces. A small whittling knife or a chip knife is the best suited for the carving. But any small sharp knife will do...By: morfmir

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:22:13 PDTSimple Easy Folding Sawhorseshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Simple-Folding-Sawhorses/
Simple Easy Folding Sawhorses - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SMALL.jpgJzbowmannz Sawhorses are indispensable for a normal household or a shop. You can use them for painting, work piece support, work bench support with a piece of plywood or door, and with a little imagination, they can be used in many other different ways like magic. The folding sawhorses are particularly valua...By: Jzbowmannz

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 19 Jan 2013 09:39:30 PSTImproved Wooden Toolbox - A new take on a classichttp://www.instructables.com/id/Improved-Wooden-Toolbox-A-new-take-on-a-classic/
Improved Wooden Toolbox - A new take on a classic - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FT9/LST7/HA4M4JUH/FT9LST7HA4M4JUH.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT9/LST7/HA4M4JUH/FT9LST7HA4M4JUH.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT9/LST7/HA4M4JUH/FT9LST7HA4M4JUH.SMALL.jpgbpoundahI wanted to create toolbox that was strong, easy to build, cheap to produce and also had some style. But more than that, I wanted to use recycled materials and for the design to be different enough in a simple and functional way. I feel like I succeeded. There are quite a few tool boxes/totes whic...By: bpoundah